Question 5
WAEC_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2025
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GOVERNMENT
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objective
Define the concept of 'sovereignty' in the context of government. How does it differ from 'authority'? Provide an example of a situation where sovereignty is challenged.
Answer Options
A.
Sovereignty is the right of a state to enter treaties, while authority is the power to appoint leaders. An example of challenged sovereignty is the ongoing conflict in Syria.
Correct Answer
B.
Sovereignty is the supreme power of a state to govern itself, while authority is the legitimate power to enforce rules. An example of challenged sovereignty is Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014.
C.
Sovereignty is the ability of a state to influence other nations, while authority is the power to create laws. An example of challenged sovereignty is the United States' intervention in Iraq in 2003.
D.
Sovereignty refers to the control a state has over its military, while authority is the power to collect taxes. An example of challenged sovereignty is the European Union's regulations on member states.
Correct Answer
B
Correct Option:
Sovereignty is the supreme power of a state to govern itself, while authority is the legitimate power to enforce rules. An example of challenged sovereignty is Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014.
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This is
Waec Model Questions Vol1
2025
Government
Question 5.
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objective
questions from the
2025
Waec Model Questions Vol1
Government
examination.
Difficulty level:
Easy
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